Jobs Available

Description:
We are seeking an individual to fill a Lean Implementation Manager position. This individual will need 3-5 years of Lean Implementation experience and a complete understanding of the principals and methodology behind the Toyota Production System.

Requirements:
A history of facilitating teams through Kaizen activity and the ability to identify and prioritize improvement initiatives is required. This position will require supervision or management experience, including management of a departmental budget, continuous improvement activity planning, development of direct reports, and take an active role in training the organization in Lean principals. This individual will report to the Continuous Improvement manager at Borisch Manufacturing.

Description:
We are seeking an individual to fill a 1st shift CNC Program Engineer position. Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years experience programming Mazak machines or working with GibbsCAM. Characteristics we are looking for in a candidate are: Knowledge of practical engineering and design principles involved in drawings, blueprints, and models. A candidate should be able to apply engineering principles and procedures to design production processes. Responsibilities for this position are: Program and maintain CNC production machines, converting CAD drawings, blueprints, and CAD solid models into CNC programs, customize CNC programs to maximize production efficiency by using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance in the development of programs, develop fixture design, building, and ISO 9000 quality standard, observe operation of the CNC machine on trial run, and revise program to eliminate errors and wasted motion.

Description:
Busy Insurance Executive with Bankers Life and Casualty needs someone to personally learn all aspects of the business. Looking for qualified individuals able to make decisions, be of good moral character, and eager to learn. Begin as an entry-level insurance sales representative that could lead to a management position within six months to a year. This position offers unlimited upward mobility for someone who works hard and is determined to succeed.

To Apply:
To schedule an interview, please call Chad Johnson at (616) 889-4395

Description:
Paparella & Associates, a law firm practicing exclusively in intellectual property law (i.e., Patent and Trademark matters) is seeking an EXPERIENCED receptionist for its Grand Rapids office. We are currently seeking only those with experience in general secretarial duties (e.g., typing, transcription, proof reading, file maintenance, call answering, client reception, ...).

Requirements:
1) excellent organizational skills are required; 2) excellent typing, spelling and grammatical skills are required; 3) excellent verbal communication skills are required; 4) you must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; 5) you must be a self starter and be able to think critically; and 6) you MUST have previous secretarial experience.

To Apply:
If interested and you have the above-described qualities, please review our website (www.PaparellaLaw.com) in order determine if you are qualified and would fit within our close-knit environment. If you feel you could make an immediate contribution to our firm, please respond via email (from our website) with: 1) The subject entitled RECEPTIONIST; 2) In the email please briefly summarize your previous secretarial experience and the programs you are proficient in; 3) Please also include: a. A complete resume; b. A cover letter outlining your previous experience and detailing your secretarial experience; c. At least one reference that can attest to your secretarial work.

Description:
Patent and Trademark Paralegal – Intellectual Property Legal Assistant/Secretary – Patent and Trademark Agent Paparella & Associates, a law firm practicing exclusively in intellectual property law (i.e., Patent and Trademark matters) is seeking an EXPERIENCED patent and trademark professional (e.g., paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, agent, ...) for its Grand Rapids office. We are currently seeking only those with a demonstrated and proven track record in assisting attorneys in the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent and trademark matters before the USPTO. Your primary responsibility will be assisting our attorneys in the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent and trademark matters before the USPTO. However, you will also be responsible for other legal-administrative functions including typing, filing, call answering, client communications, docketing, etc.

Requirements:
1) excellent organizational skills are required; 2) excellent typing, spelling and grammatical skills are required; 3) excellent verbal communication skills are required; 4) you must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment; 5) you must be a self starter and be able to think critically; and 6) you MUST have previous patent and trademark experience. Paparella & Associates prides itself in providing a level of service and experience to its clients that is unequaled. As such, we are seeking only those that have a demonstrated and proven desire to help us maintain this level of excellence. The position will be located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

To Apply:
If interested and you have the above-described qualities, please review our website (www.PaparellaLaw.com) in order determine if you are qualified and would fit within our close-knit environment. If you feel you could make an immediate contribution to our firm, please respond via email (from our website) with: 1) The subject entitled IP-ASSISTANT; 2) In the email please briefly summarize: 1) your previous patent and trademark experience; and MINIMUM expected salary; 3) Please also include (attach): a. A complete resume; b. A cover letter outlining your previous experience and detailing your IP experience; c. At least one reference that can attest to your IP work.

Description:
Amway offers internship opportunities in areas of manufacturing and operations. Previous interns have worked on the following projects: Assisting a machine shop Tooling Engineer to identify all production equipment that require center line templates for change parts, measuring equipment using Faro Arm CMM, and creating templates utilizing Master Cam and Auto Cad. Additional projects included Ashra Software Systems in our Central Maintenance department working to identify and document our critical equipment to determine efficiencies, reduce energy consumption and improve long range sustainability HVAC systems for production plants and offices. The Manufacturing team is also looking for candidates that believe working in a manufacturing leadership position, with exposure to direct supervisory responsibilities as potential career path. The primary focus of the internship would be to expose candidates to the manufacturing environment and have definable results in Continuous Improvement project work.

Requirements:
Qualified candidates should be pursuing a Technical Certificate, Bachelors or Masters degree in Tool Engineering, HVAC, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

Description:
Intern will work on various projects within the Human Resources department. Must possess the following skills: the ability to conduct research and document findings, critical thinking skills, analytical skills, communication skills (written and verbal), customer service skills, and be a relationship based individual capable of working in a team. Ability to work independently with clear direction and oversight is important. Must be a self starter and produce energy around the projects assigned. This is a full time internship offered to students currently enrolled in a Master's program at an accredited institution and will be receiving school credit for their internship. Must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours/week and receiving college credit for the internship.

Description:
Candidate must demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to details, ability to manage serveral projects at once, excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and professional image. Ability to do first hand observation. Strong communication, writing and intranet marketing skills. Will require level at senior for undergraduate or graduate level. The experience is approved in partnership with the school and the student is given class credit for participating. Must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours/week and be receiving a collge credit for the internship.

Description:
The individual selected for this internship is responsible for the concept and execution of a wide variety of communications projects including, but not limited to: web sites, e-mail messaging, print, transit, outdoor, signage, etc. This individual works in conjunction with the Public Relations and Communications Manager to advance The Salvation Army’s image and reputation through excellence in both the development and the execution of all applicable communications tools. The individual selected for this internship will also offer project management and administrative assistance and support as necessary.

General Areas of Familiarity
• Website
• Graphic Design
• Advertising
• Public Relations

Requirements:
• Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other industry-standard design software on both Mac and PC platforms.
• Demonstrated experience in web and graphic design skills including the creation, editing, archiving and management of photos, videos, blogs, e-mail blasts and informational web pages.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong e-mail skills and familiarity with Lotus Notes
• Detail oriented self starter
• Self directed
• Good problem solving skills
• Confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good design skills
• Good conceptual and executional abilities
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Intermediate skills in editorial-type photography assignments
• The arrangements of viable credits (if applicable) will be the responsibility of the student
• The student will agree to a background check and will complete all necessary forms prior to internship start date including a statement of confidentiality
• Performance evaluation forms or criteria for credit must be supplied by the student and must be approved by The Salvation Army prior to internship start date
• Work completed by the student during the internship period can be used as a portfolio sample only with prior approval from The Salvation Army
• The student will agree and abide by the usual and customary rules and regulations of The Salvation Army

Description:
Conduct research questionnaires in the medical community to determine the impact of the economic stimulus bill as it relates to electronic medical records, (EMR).

Requirements:
Negotiating; Sales; Writing Marketing Copy; Outgoing; Resourceful; Work Well on my Own

Description:
We are seeking an individual to fill a Quality Engineer Assistant position on 1st shift. Qualifications we are looking for are in this candidate are: The ability to interpret drawings and specifications, have a minimum of 2 years experience, and/or some engineering college courses (preferred). Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and FilePro. Responsibilities for the position will include: Assisting the Quality Department to assure customer requirements are planned and implemented during the purchasing and inspection of products, reviewing contracts and recommending changes to the Quality Department, reviewing Bill of Materials for needed changes, implementing clauses for Borisch's Quality Planning System, and preparing for qualification reporting.  

Requirements:
This job requires a high school diploma and 1 year of experience.

Description:
A full-time position is available in the Procurement Department at the Van Andel Institute. This position is responsible for the procurement of laboratory supplies and research equipment. Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree and related work experience.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, biology, chemistry, or a related field required; Must possess an exceptional ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Description:
General filing of patient data and associated paperwork; gathers and distributes mail and faxes; maintain safe and clean reception area; answering phones and setting up appointments for patients.

Requirements:
Previous employment preferred but not necessary.

Description:
We are looking for a person to fill a part-time Administrative Assistant position, scheduled for up to 20 hours per week. Primary responsibilities will include various administrative duties such as filing, maintaining spreadsheets, assisting with preparation for meetings, monitoring reports, updating contact lists, and reconciling spending logs and timesheets.

Requirements:
Candidates must have previous experience using Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. We only accept applications for positions we have posted. To view the open positions, please visit the website at Borisch. 

Description:
Primary administrative duties include generating RFPs and drafting proposals, setting up new projects, tracking and calling contractors on leads. May also assist with documentation, mailings, reception and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written skills, be a team player, self motivated and a willingness to be flexible. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2007, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook is required. Previous marketing or sales experience for a consulting business is helpful, especially with web based lead generation.